Universal Live-Line Tools
MADE IN THE USA
Universal Hotsticks, One-Piece
Description
Universal Hotsticks are used by utility lineworker to perform Live-Line work on energized line equipment. Hotsticks are sometimes called “working sticks” since these tools are designed to be used as hotstick handles for dozens of tools that attach to the Universal Head (Spline) fitting. Universal Heads are equipped with wingscrews that allow the user to attach universal tools at different angles relative to the stick.
Another end fitting style is a Threaded Ferrule which is predominately used in the Western part of the United States. The Threaded Ferrule fitting accepts a 5/8”-11 thread-ed stud and has a hexagonal portion for locking with matching tools.
The insulating portion of these tools (yellow poles) meet ASTM F-711 and are constructed of electrical grade fiberglass reinforced thermoset resins that surround a uni-cell foam core.
Available Options (L to R):
Universal Head with Tie Wire Assist
Universal Head with Tool Hanger
Molded End Cap
Threaded Ferrule with Tie Wire Assist
Threaded Ferrule with Tool Hanger
Universal Hotsticks Available Options:
These Hotsticks are manufactured by Rauckman Utility Products in the United States of America and are part of Hotline Tools line of products from Rauckman Utility.
The poles are available in 1.25 and 1.5 inch diameters and with lengths from 4′ to 18′. See the product brochure (documents tab) for complete list of available options and their model numbers.
Universal Head
Universal Hotsticks for live-line work are sometimes called “working sticks” since these tools are designed to be used as hotstick handles for dozens of tools that attach to the universal (spline) fitting.
Universal Heads are equipped with wingscrews that allow the user to attach universal tools at different angles relative to the stick.
Threaded Ferrule
Another end fitting style for universal hotsticks is a Threaded Ferrule which is predominately used in the Western part of the United States.
The Threaded Ferrule fitting accepts a 5/8”-11 threaded stud and has a hexagonal portion for locking with matching tools.
ASTM F-711 Rated Poles
The insulating portion of Universal Hotsticks meet ASTM F-711 and are constructed of electrical grade fiberglass reinforced thermoset resins that surround a uni-cell foam core.
Specifications & Cat. No
| Catalog No. | Fittings/Description | Pole Dia. | Nominal Length | Overall Length | Approx. Weight lbs. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RHU112504UC | Universal Head, End Cap | 1.25" | 4'0" | 4'2" | 2.3 |
| RHU112504UCT | Universal Head, End Cap, Tie Wire Assist | 1.25" | 4'0" | 4'2" | 2.5 |
| RHU112504UCH | Universal Head, End Cap, Pole Hanger | 1.25" | 4'0" | 4'2" | 2.5 |
| RHU112504UUH | Universal Head, Universal Head, Pole Hanger | 1.25" | 4'0" | 4'4" | 2.5 |
| RHU112506UC | Universal Head, End Cap | 1.25" | 6'0" | 6'2" | 3.2 |
| RHU112506UU | Universal Head, Universal Head | 1.24" | 6'0" | 6'4" | 3.2 |
| RHU112506UCH | Universal Head, End Cap, Pole Hanger | 1.25" | 6'0" | 6'4" | 3.2 |
| RHU112506UUH | Universal Head, Universal Head, Pole Hanger | 1.25" | 6'0" | 6'4" | 3.4 |
| RHU112506UUT | Universal Head, Universal Head, Tie Wire Assist | 1.25" | 6'0" | 6'4" | 3.4 |
| RHU11256HUC | Universal Head, End Cap | 1.25" | 6'6" | 6'8" | 3.5 |
| RHU11256HFC | Threaded Ferrule, End Cap | 1.24" | 6'6" | 6'7" | 3.6 |
| RHU11256HFF | Threaded Ferrule, Threaded Ferrule | 1.25" | 6'6" | 6'9" | 4.0 |
| RHU112508FC | Threaded Ferrule, End Cap | 1.25" | 8'0" | 8'1" | 4.9 |
| RHU112508UF | Universal Head, Threaded Ferrule | 1.25" | 8'0" | 8'4" | 4.4 |
| RHU112508UC | Universal Head, End Cap | 1.25" | 8'0" | 8'2" | 4.2 |
| RHU112508UU | Universal Head, Universal Head | 1.25" | 8'0" | 8'4" | 4.2 |
| RHU112508UCH | Universal Head, End Cap, Pole Hanger | 1.25" | 8'0" | 8'2' | 4.4 |
| RHU112508UUH | Universal Head, Universal Head, Pole Hanger | 1.25" | 8'0" | 8'4" | 4.4 |
| RHU112508UUT | Universal Head, Universal Head, Tie Wire Assist | 1.25" | 8'0" | 8'4" | 4.4 |
| RHU112510UC | Universal Head, End Cap | 1.25" | 10'0" | 10'2" | 5.1 |
| RHU112510UU | Universal Head, Universal Head | 1.25" | 10'0" | 10'4" | 5.1 |
| RHU112510UCH | Universal Head, End Cap, Pole Hanger | 1.25" | 10'0" | 10'2" | 5.3 |
| RHU112510UUH | Universal Head, Universal Head, Pole Hanger | 1.25" | 10'0" | 10'4" | 5.3 |
| RHU112510UUT | Universal Head, Universal Head, Tie Wire Assist | 1.25" | 10'0" | 10'4" | 5.3 |
| RHU112512UC | Universal Head, End Cap | 1.25" | 12'0" | 12'2" | 6.0 |
| RHU112512UU | Universal Head, Universal Head | 1.25" | 12'0" | 12'4" | 6.0 |
| RHU112512UCH | Universal Head, End Cap, Pole Hanger | 1.25" | 12'0" | 12'2" | 6.2 |
| RHU112512UUH | Universal Head, Universal Head, Pole Hanger | 1.25" | 12'0" | 12'4" | 6.2 |
| RHU112512UUT | Universal Head, Universal Head, Tie Wire Assist | 1.25" | 12'0" | 12'4" | 6.2 |
| RHU112514UC | Universal Head, End Cap | 1.25 | 14'0" | 14'2" | 7.0 |
| RHU112514UU | Universal Head, Universal Head | 1.25" | 14'0" | 14'4" | 7.0 |
| RHU112514UUT | Universal Head, Universal Head, Tie Wire Assist | 1.25" | 14'0" | 14'4" | 7.2 |
| RHU11506HFC | Threaded Ferrule, End Cap | 1.50" | 6'6" | 6'1" | 4.1 |
| RHU11506HFF | Threaded Ferrule, Threaded Ferrule | 1.5" | 6'6" | 6'2" | 4.4 |
| RHU115008UC | Universal Head, End Cap | 1.5" | 8'0" | 8'2" | 4.7 |
| RHU115008UUH | Universal Head, Universal Head, Pole Hanger | 1.5" | 8'0" | 8'4" | 4.9 |
| RHU115008FC | Threaded Ferrule, End Cap | 1.5" | 8'0" | 8'1" | 4.9 |
| RHU115008FF | Threaded Ferrule, Threaded Ferrule | 1.5" | 8'0" | 8'2" | 5.2 |
| RHU115010FF | Threaded Ferrule, Threaded Ferrule | 1.5" | 10'0" | 10'2" | 6.3 |
| RHU115010UU | Universal Head, Universal Head | 1.5" | 10'0" | 10'4" | 5.8 |
| RHU115010UCH | Universal Head, End Cap, Pole Hanger | 1.5" | 10'0" | 10'2" | 6.0 |
| RHU115010UUH | Universal Head, Universal Head, Pole Hanger | 1.5" | 10'0" | 10'4" | 6.0 |
| RHU115012UU | Universal Head, Universal Head | 1.5" | 12'0" | 12'4" | 6.9 |
| RHU115012UCH | Universal Head, End Cap, Pole Hanger | 1.5" | 12'0" | 12'2" | 7.1 |
| RHU115012UUH | Universal Head, Universal Head, Pole Hanger | 1.5" | 12'0" | 12'4" | 7.1 |
| RHU115014UU | Universal Head, Universal Head | 1.5" | 14'0" | 14'4" | 8.0 |
| RHU115014UCH | Universal Head, End Cap, Pole Hanger | 1.5" | 14'0" | 14'2" | 8.2 |
| RHU115014UUH | Universal Head, Universal Head, Pole Hanger | 1.5" | 14'0" | 14'4" | 8.2 |
| RHU115016UCH | Universal Head, End Cap, Pole Hanger | 1.5" | 16'0" | 16'2" | 9.2 |
| RHU115018UCH | Universal Head, End Cap, Pole Hanger | 1.5" | 18'0" | 18'2" | 10.3 |
| Catalog No. | Fittings/Description | Pole Dia. | Approx. Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| RHAL4455 | Universal Head with Wing-Bolt | 1.25" | 4.2 oz |
| RHAL4455A | Universal Head with Wing-Bolt | 1.50" | 5.4 oz |
| UB-125 | Wing-Bolt, Thread is 1.25" Long with 5/16-18 thread | NA | 0.6 oz |
| R1760-5 | Pole Hanger with Band | 1.25" & 1.50" | 3.6 oz |
| RPTW-125 | Tie Wire Assist with 1.25" Mounting Screws | 1.25" | 2.6 oz |
| RPTW-150 | Tie Wire Assist with 1.50" Mounting Screws | 1.50" | 2.7 oz |
| RP4EFG | Threaded Ferrule Head | 1.25" | 2.5 oz |
| RP5EFG | Threaded Ferrule Head | 1.50" | 5.3 oz |
| RBBG-32 | Molded End Cap | 1.25" | 1.6 oz |
| RBBG-38 | Molded End Cap | 1.50" | 2.7 oz |
